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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochdale to Appley Bridge
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
38 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochdale to Appley Bridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale to Appley Bridge will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
To travel from Rochdale to Appley Bridge you need to make at least one change.

22:101h23
Rochdale23:33Appley Bridge
£81One-way
0 changes

22:528h08
Rochdale07:00Appley Bridge
£121One-way
1 change

23:127h15
Rochdale06:27Appley Bridge
£121One-way
1 change

06:521h25
Rochdale08:17Appley Bridge
£131One-way
1 change

07:361h24
Rochdale09:00Appley Bridge
£131One-way
1 change

19:111h06
Rochdale20:17Appley Bridge
£131One-way
1 change

20:101h07
Rochdale21:17Appley Bridge
£131One-way
1 change

21:101h07
Rochdale22:17Appley Bridge
£131One-way
1 change

08:371h23
Rochdale10:00Appley Bridge
£131One-way
1 change

09:371h23
Rochdale11:00Appley Bridge
£131One-way
1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale to Appley Bridge
Trains from Rochdale to Appley Bridge run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 05:51 |
Last train 20:01 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Rochdale to Appley Bridge trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Rochdale and Appley Bridge from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
£9
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest Price
£8
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Rochdale to Appley Bridge train
FAQs: Travel by train from Rochdale to Appley Bridge easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rochdale to Appley Bridge.

Booking trains from Rochdale to Appley Bridge in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Rochdale and Appley Bridge. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
The train distance from Rochdale to Appley Bridge is 38 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Rochdale to Appley Bridge can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Rochdale to Appley Bridge covers a distance of 38 km and takes approximately 1h 27m. Trains run 2 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Appley Bridge is by train, costing approximately £9.
The train station in Rochdale that goes to Appley Bridge is Rochdale station (RCD), and it arrives at Appley Bridge station (APB).
The first train from Rochdale to Appley Bridge leaves at 5:51.
The last train from Rochdale to Appley Bridge departs at 20:01.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Rochdale to Appley Bridge.
Trains from Rochdale to Appley Bridge run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Rochdale to Appley Bridge.
There is no night train service from Rochdale to Appley Bridge.
To travel from Rochdale to Appley Bridge, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale and Appley Bridge
Rochdale
Appley Bridge
The major train station for departures in Rochdale is Castleton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Castleton for your trip from Rochdale to Appley Bridge.
Amenities at train station
information
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, From Manchester Road down 41 steps to Manchester platform or 42 steps to the Rochdale platform. From the station approach roads, there is level access onto both platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Castleton
- Onward travel information: Along Manchester Road, but not nearby the station, for buses to Manchester, Middleton or Rochdale. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On Manchester Road above the railway station
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:10 - 20:00 Friday 06:10 - 20:45 Saturday 06:10 - 20:45 Sunday 09:00 - 19:40
Parking
- Car Park: Hare Street
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to the station and platforms via lifts, which are available during station staffing hours.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Rochdale
- Onward travel information: Located on Maclure Road across from the station entrance for buses to Bury and Bolton. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station Road near the AJI Cash and Carry.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
The major train station for arrivals in Appley Bridge is Appley Bridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Appley Bridge for your journey to Appley Bridge from Rochdale.
Amenities at train station
information
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, To Manchester : Step free access from the car park up slight incline through a 3ft wide gate onto the platform. To Southport : Down a path (150 paces) from Appley Lane North to the right of the bridge and onto the platform. The path is level for the most part but slopes at 1:10 towards the platform. To change platforms requires 300 metre walk over footbridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Appley Bridge
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses will pick up and drop off at the bus stops on Appley Lane North, on the bridge near to the junction with the station approach road. Pre planned operation can pick up from the station as arrangements can be made with the garage and the pub for station access.
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